I am honored to have two of my pieces selected as finalist in Art Magazine's Annual Competition. This competition will be featured in December 2013 issue. Be sure to purchase your copy or visit their site (click here) to see more.

As an artist painting mid century genre and themes, I am always interested in events that celebrate this time period. One event I found was Monterey Rock and Rod Festival. Hearing that I was an artist working on a series of 1950's paintings, they gave me two tickets for the weekends events. It was a perfect time to get out in the sunshine and enjoy 50's big band music, people, cars, and nostalgia.

Not only did I have a great time looking at the beautiful cars, eating some yummy food and people watching, but I got a lot of amazing photo references to work from.

I was honored that they chose one of my paintings for this years poster and program.

This years event will take place May 17-18, 2013 at Monterey Fairgrounds. I am excited to attend again. I think I may even take my paint box and do some plein air painting this year. Check out the event at: http://www.montereyrockrod.com. I hope to see you there!